Private guides in Venice, the city that rewards local knowledge more than almost anywhere. A licensed guide can walk you into the basilica and the palace with timed entries already handled, then lose the crowds in Cannaregio. Book well ahead for September and Carnival.
Nurture your curiosity as you delve into the artistry of Murano and Burano islands on a private boat tour, uncovering hidden treasures at every turn.
Most Popular★ 4.5“Chaira has great energy and is not only a knowledgeable guide but gave everyone on the boat help about restaurants and special places beyond the tour”
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7,580 reviews5 hours (approx.)From $36.28by City Wonders Ltd
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Discover Venice’s hidden charm with this guided boat tour to Murano and Burano, featuring glassmaking, lace artisans, and colorful streets for an authentic experience.
★ 4.7“Very easy to find the starting point. Serena was a friendly, knowledgeable guide! The tour was not only informative but very interesting and beautiful. A great use of time- never boring! Thank you so much Serena!”
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5,658 reviews5 hoursFrom $35by City Wonders Ltd.
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Experience the magic of Venice with a private gondola cruise for up to 5 passengers. Discover the city's hidden gems and create unforgettable memories. Book now!
★ 3.7“Excellent activity, pre-booking meant doing away with the stress of not knowing where to go or what to do. However there were cheaper gondoliers readily available!”
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3,106 reviewsFrom $157.47by Bucintoro Viaggi
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Experience the romance of Venice with a private gondola ride along the iconic Grand Canal. Discover the city's hidden gems and indulge in a unique, unforgettable adventure.
★ 3.9“Had a great time, excellent guide, made us all laugh was there with my daughter and 12 year old granddaughter”
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2,475 reviewsFrom $168.79by CITY TOURS CO LTD
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Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Dolomite Mountains on a semi-private day trip from Venice. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure!
★ 4.5“A great way to see majestic mountains, beautiful little towns as well as very old chapels, churches and country homes.”
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1,470 reviews10 hours (approx.)From $223.72by Avventure Bellissime
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Discover the hidden gems of Venice on our exclusive walking tour! Explore St. Mark's Basilica and uncover the city's secrets with our expert guide. Book now!
★ 4.0“Francesca was our tour guide and she was excellent. She spoke into a microphone that wirelessly connected to earphones that she gave us. She was attentive to making sure we could hear her as we traveled through the busy Venice streets. She filled in our…”
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1,063 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $242.05by Avventure Bellissime
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Explore the mesmerizing world of artisanal glassblowing on a private tour of Murano Island. Uncover the secrets of this ancient craft firsthand!
★ 5.0“This was an excellent three-hour tour from Venice to Murano and back! Our tour guide, Vittorio, was a local Venetian and so friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoyed visiting a Murano Glass factory to witness firsthand the incredible skill of glass blowing. Our tour then of…”
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965 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $108.23by CITY TOURS CO. LTD
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Skip the stress of crowded taxis and start your Venice adventure in style with a private arrival transfer from Marco Polo Airport. Book now and experience true luxury!
★ 4.0“Easy to find pickup contact . Took us straight to boat . Drop off right at hotel door no problems at all”
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953 reviews30 minutes (approx.)From $301.71by Bucintoro Viaggi
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Discover Venice through a personalized private walking tour with a passionate local, uncovering hidden gems, local stories, and authentic city life.
★ 4.6“Vittoria was wonderful, knowledgeable and flexible with our walking tour of Venice. We loved meandering through the streets and seeing the less-well traveled areas away from the tourist spots. Thank you for a wonderful experience!”
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761 reviews2 - 6 hoursFrom $64by Lokafy
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Wander through Venice's enchanting canals on a private gondola ride, where timeless charm and hidden treasures await...
★ 3.6“The staff were helpful and friendly. We turned up slightly earlier than planned as the meeting point was very easy to find but this was no problem and we put on the next available gondola. The ride was smooth and relaxing and the guide skilfully…”
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757 reviews20 minFrom $85by Venice Events srl
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Discover the enchanting secrets of Venice with a local guide. Explore hidden gems, indulge in authentic cuisine, and create unforgettable memories. Book your private tour now!
★ 4.6“Luis was a great guide. Just the right balance between historical and touristy. We would never have seen that much or learnt so much on our own in a limited time.”
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718 reviewsFrom $62.63by Lokafy
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Explore Venice’s top sights with this private 4-hour tour featuring skip-the-line access to Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica, plus a scenic Grand Canal cruise.
★ 4.5“We were helped by Cristina and Ariana to see the Doges Palace as well as the Basilica and Walking Tour. Both were excellent guides who were extremely knowledgeable. They were really good at showing us the important sights but also making it personal and answering…”
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715 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $594.96by Avventure Bellissime
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Discover the hidden secrets of Venice with a private gondola ride. Escape the crowds and experience the city's enchanting charm like never before. Book now!
★ 4.3“Brilliant, lovely relaxed journey round the narrow back canals. Guide told us about the buildings and areas. enjoyed every minute of it”
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703 reviews30 minutes - 2 hoursFrom $94by TUI Musement
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Indulge in Venice's culinary delights with our award-winning private food tour. Discover 10 mouthwatering tastings that will leave you craving for more. Click now!
★ 4.5“Not only did we taste a variety of foods we also learned much about Venice’s history and life in modern day Venice. Claudia was great!”
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598 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $147.53by Withlocals
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Learn the mesmerizing art of glasswork from a local artisan! Unleash your creativity and create stunning masterpieces in a private lesson. Book now!
★ 5.0“This workshop was amazing and worth every penny ! Massimiliano was amazing and you can see his true passion for glass artwork. He really helped us with our art. I would absolutely recommend this workshop!”
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556 reviews1.3 hoursFrom $93by CITY TOURS CO LTD
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